Pakistan Women beat Thailand Women by three wickets with two balls remaining in the Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition second quarter-final, reaching 92/7 in 10.4 overs after Thailand made 91/4. Shawaal Zulfiqar’s 25 led Pakistan’s chase, while Thailand’s Nannapat Koncharoenkai struck 49 and Onnicha Kamchomphu claimed 3/37 in a tight finish.

Thailand post 91 despite Nannapat’s near-half-century

Thailand Women put up 91/4 from their 11 overs, with Nannapat Koncharoenkai supplying the heart of the innings with 49 runs. Phannita Maya added 15 and Naruemol Chaiwai made 10, but Pakistan’s bowlers ensured the total remained within reach.

Fatima Sana led Pakistan’s bowling effort with two wickets, while Nashra Sandhu took one. Umm-e-Hani went wicketless. Thailand’s 91 set up a chase that demanded urgency but left little room for error in a shortened T20 contest.

Pakistan survive Thailand’s seven-wicket response

Pakistan’s pursuit was driven by Shawaal Zulfiqar’s 25, with Fatima Sana contributing 21 and Gull Feroza making 16. Yet Thailand kept forcing breakthroughs, reducing Pakistan to 92/7 before the winning run arrived with two balls still unused.

Onnicha Kamchomphu was Thailand’s standout bowler, returning 3/37 from three overs. Sunida Chaturongrattana took 2/23 from two overs, while Phannita Maya claimed 1/13 from two. Suleeporn Laomi was particularly economical with 1/3 in two overs, and Thipatcha Putthawong finished with 0/16 from 1.4 overs.

Key performers

  • Shawaal Zulfiqar, Pakistan Women: 25 runs in the successful chase.
  • Fatima Sana, Pakistan Women: 21 runs and two wickets.
  • Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Thailand Women: 49 runs from Thailand’s 91/4.
  • Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thailand Women: 3/37 from three overs.
  • Sunida Chaturongrattana, Thailand Women: 2/23 from two overs.

NerdSports Stat: Nannapat Koncharoenkai’s 49 accounted for 53.8% of Thailand Women’s total of 91, yet Pakistan Women still completed the chase despite losing seven wickets.

Series picture

The first quarter-final was abandoned without a ball bowled, making this the first completed match of the Asian Games Women’s Cricket Competition. The listed T20 series standing remains level at 0-0, so Pakistan’s victory does not decide or create a series lead.

The competition continues on Thursday, September 17, with Malaysia Women facing Sri Lanka Women and Japan Women meeting India Women. Two further T20 matches are scheduled for Saturday, September 19, followed by two more on Monday, September 21.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between Pakistan Women and Thailand Women?

Pakistan Women won the match by three wickets with two balls remaining.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Fatima Sana made a key all-round contribution with 21 runs and two wickets for Pakistan Women.

What is the series standing after this match?

The listed T20 series standing remains level at 0-0 after Pakistan Women’s three-wicket win in the second quarter-final.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Nannapat Koncharoenkai top-scored with 49 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

The next matches are Malaysia Women vs Sri Lanka Women and Japan Women vs India Women on Thursday, September 17.